Arsenal defeated Crystal Palace 1-0 with Eze's goal, consolidating their position at the top of the Premier League. TA wrote an article about the performance of Eze and Mosquera in this game. In this game, Eze replaced Odegaard, who was absent d...
Arsenal defeated Crystal Palace 1-0 with Eze's goal, consolidating their position at the top of the Premier League. TA wrote an article about the performance of Eze and Mosquera in this game.
In this game, Eze replaced Odegaard, who was absent due to injury. When the team struggled in the first half, he seized a set-piece opportunity and scored with a wonderful side volley.
As Liverpool and Manchester City both lost this week, Arsenal currently has 22 points after 9 games, 4 points ahead of second-placed Bournemouth, and 6 points ahead of fourth-placed Manchester City and 7-points ahead of sixth-placed Liverpool.
However, behind the victory is the team's increasing injury concerns. Saliba was substituted at half-time and reports said he "played awkwardly" against Mateta in the first half.
In addition, central defender Gabriel had health concerns before this game and hit the goalpost during the game. Martinelli seemed to be limping before the end, and Arteta said: "He is a little uncomfortable... I don't know if it is a muscle problem."
Arteta also revealed Saka's situation: "He was sick and did not really participate in training... He became too tired and there is a risk of injury. We don't want to take that risk."
When the defense encountered difficulties, the performance of the 21-year-old Mosquera became a highlight. He made a seamless transition after coming off the bench, helping the team keep a clean sheet and was considered "one of the positive surprises of the season."
The most important thing is that Mosquera is similar in style to Saliba and Gabriel, with good athletic ability and a calm mentality. This allows Arsenal to rotate at centre-back for the first time in a long time without having to change the team's overall style.
